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Welcome to the Captain's Blog
Each month you'll see a little mix of inspiration, perspective, and tips for marketing and life. Enjoy!
View From The Top
Sometimes you need to take a step back. Not to rethink or analyze. But To see things from a different vantage point. By changing our point of view We can change our perspective And when we change our perspecitve We can see things we never noticed before. Funny thing is When you do You tend to find something good. Something golden. When was the last time you took a step back? Give it a shot You might be surprised at what you'll find. 🏴☠️
Feb 31 min read
View From The Top
Sometimes you need to take a step back. Not to rethink or analyze. But To see things from a different vantage point. By changing our point of view We can change our perspective And when we change our perspecitve We can see things we never noticed before. Funny thing is When you do You tend to find something good. Something golden. When was the last time you took a step back? Give it a shot You might be surprised at what you'll find. 🏴☠️
Feb 31 min read
Say what?
In marketing, everything always comes back to story. The story we tell The story we hear And the actual story that matters
Jul 9, 20251 min read
Let's make some birds
During a call last week, I was asked what benefits I saw being a cartoonist had in the "business world". My answer: Artist eyes As an...
Jun 13, 20251 min read
Recycle Emotion
I had a great conversation with with a colleague around emotion and business. Specifically the postive impact + power it has on...
May 27, 20251 min read
Bet the Gray Horse
Some people are educated gamblers when it comes to horse racing. Others are like me, and toss a little money at the creative names (and...
May 7, 20251 min read
Just Finish the Bridge
Sometimes you need build a bridge, othertimes you just need a few planks. I love using this image when talking with customers, because...
May 2, 20251 min read
Unlock and Push
We've all heard the phrase, "Luck is at the intersection of hard work and opportunity". However, despite how hard you work, you'll still...
Apr 3, 20251 min read
St. Patrick's Day
St Patrick’s Day always has a special place in my heart. Not only do we get to celebrate our little leprehaun, Ailin, who turns 4...
Mar 17, 20251 min read
Click Me!
To click or not to click...🧐 You've either built enough trust with your customer, so that what's on the other side is exactly what you...
Mar 13, 20251 min read
Hand Held Doodles
A few years ago I created a tossed a few of my cartoons on some coasters and coffee cups to keep at my desk. It was a small project,...
Feb 27, 20251 min read
Pattern Disruption
I've had some great conversations lately about "pattern disruption". Becoming memorable, becoming the choice someone picks, breaking...
Feb 12, 20251 min read
Let's go!
Sometimes in life you need to decide: Should you persevere, Pivot, Or buy one of those grabber things and do the impossible! 😎
Jan 6, 20251 min read
Lumpy Mail
Stand out more with lumpy mail.
Dec 6, 20241 min read
That's not Mickey?
“Get in their shoes.” My wife reminded me of this mentality earlier this week, when she was able to connect with a client previously...
Nov 6, 20241 min read
Keep a shell in your pocket.
Fun fact about me, almost every day for the last few years, I've carried a shell in my pocket. It's an act I picked up from my...
Oct 14, 20241 min read
Yes and No
"Get the offer first, you can always say no." This was some advice my dad gave me when I was looking for jobs after college. He wanted me...
Oct 4, 20241 min read
Down, Set, Hike!
"When you're good at something, you tell everyone. When you're great at something, they tell you." I started helping my 8 year old...
Sep 20, 20241 min read
Give Thanks!
"People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." Despite being...
Sep 8, 20241 min read
No more doodling!
To the teacher who would yell at me for doodling in class. ⬇️ The picture superiority effect refers to the phenomenon in which pictures...
Aug 8, 20241 min read
Time Flies...
CreativeMornings put on an awesome "virtual field trip" today on nervous system regulation + entrepreneurship. They shared some great...
Jul 23, 20241 min read
3 thoughts from a week at the beach:
1. I’m still at awe of the how vast and strong the ocean is. 2. Seagulls are fearless when it comes to a dropped cheese doodle 3. The...
Jul 3, 20241 min read
Word Clouds
Not going to lie, this is pretty fun. Earlier this week, Seth Godin 🌔 had a blog post about Word Clouds. As someone who loves a "brain...
Jun 11, 20241 min read
Dave's Way (not the burger)
About a year ago, I was working with Lexi Godlewski and she shared some feedback with me that I still leave a sticky note on my...
Jun 5, 20241 min read
Putt Putt
As spring roles in, it's just about time for one of my favorite seasons to start. Golf season! ⛳️ I’ve been playing for over 20 years -...
Apr 19, 20241 min read
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